Question

Scientists insert a gene from a firefly into the genome of certain bacterial species. When these bacteria are placed into tobacco plants and exposed to certain conditions, the plants will glow. Tobacco plants without the bacteria do not glow. Which conclusion is best supported by this experiment?
A. The firefly and bacteria share a common genetic code.
B. The bacteria transferred light-producing proteins to the plant.
C. The firefly and tobacco plant have a recent common ancestor.
D. Tobacco plants lack the ability to translate the genetic code of firefly gene.

Answer 1

Answer: A

Explanation:

Answer 2

The answer is A.

A GENE is being inserted into the tobacco plant, which permits it to glow.